This Stuffed Pepper Casserole recipe is a flavorful, cheesy dish that is full of veggies plus rice and two kinds of meat!
We love making stuffed peppers so we decided to make a casserole version of the same dish! It’s easier to eat and we love that the peppers are mixed into the other ingredients.
Stuffed Pepper Casserole Ingredients
This recipe calls for two kinds of meat, vegetables, rice, and seasonings. It’s easy to put together, can be prepared ahead of time, and it freezes well! Scroll down for the complete recipe with ingredient measurements.
- Meat: This casserole includes both ground beef and ground sausage for the best flavor.
- Seasoning: We added flavor with seasoned salt and coarse ground black pepper.
- Bell Peppers: We used red, green, orange, and yellow bell peppers to make this recipe more colorful but you can choose to use whatever is available.
- Onion: We used red onion for the extra color but any yellow or white onions would work too.
- Garlic: The minced garlic adds lots of flavor! You can substitute 1 teaspoon of minced garlic with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Diced Tomatoes: We added one can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies. Do not drain the tomatoes because the liquid adds moisture.
- Rice: This recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of cooked rice so be sure to prepare that ahead of time or buy the ready-made rice from the store.
- Cheese: We used shredded pepper jack cheese for the extra flavor but other shredded cheeses would work too.
- Cilantro: A little chopped cilantro on top of the stuffed pepper casserole adds a pop of color and flavor.
How To Make Stuffed Pepper Casserole
To make stuffed pepper casserole you’ll need to brown the meat, saute the veggies, and then combine all of the ingredients to bake. Scroll down for the printable recipe card and complete instructions.
- Meat: Start by browning the ground beef and ground sausage. Drain the grease and set the meat aside. You can use the same pan for the next step.
- Veggies: Next, saute the onions, diced peppers, and garlic in the skillet with a little olive oil.
- Casserole: Finally, stir in the browned meat, rice, Rotel, and pasta sauce. Cook for several minutes until heated through. Add most of the shredded cheese and spread in a greased casserole dish. Top with the remaining cheese and bake until bubbly.
Stuffed Pepper Casserole Frequently Asked Questions
Peppers do not have to be cooked beforehand but they will be more tender if you cook them first.
Serve it with a salad, soup, cornbread, hushpuppies, or toasted French bread.
Yes, this casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Place it on the counter for 30-60 minutes before baking. You may need to add 5-10 minutes of baking time.
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Stuffed Pepper Casserole
This Stuffed Pepper Casserole recipe is a flavorful, cheesy dish that is full of veggies plus rice and two kinds of meat!
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced bell peppers
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground sausage
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp coarse ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (do not drain)
- 1/2 cup pasta sauce
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
- 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Brown the ground beef and ground sausage, sprinkled with seasoned salt and coarse ground black pepper, in a large skillet. Drain the grease. Remove the meat from the pan and set it aside. Wipe the skillet with a paper towel.
- Heat the olive oil in the large skillet. Add diced onion and cook for one minute. Next, add the diced bell peppers and cook for about 3 minutes. Finally, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the ground beef and sausage, Rotel, pasta sauce, and cooked rice. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes, until heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded pepper jack cheese.
- Spread in a greased 2-quart baking dish. Top with 1/2 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese.
- Bake at 350˚F for 20-25 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1/6 of casseroleAmount Per Serving: Calories: 522Total Fat: 37gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 999mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 27g
Nutrition data is calculated automatically by Nutritionix and isn't always accurate. I am not a certified nutritionist and make no claims to the contrary. Each individual’s dietary needs and restrictions are unique to the individual. You are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to your health.
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